Highlights from the new RAI release Opportunity to Review Assessment Steps and Coding Guidance CMS has released the MDS 3.0 Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) Manual v1.17 effective for assessments with an ARD of 10/1/2019 and after. PDPM guidance and calculation...

It may be time to assess your facility Restorative Nursing Program as part of your PDPM transition preparedness plan. Restorative Basics The fundamental requirements for Restorative nursing will remain the same under PDPM. Per the RAI manual, Restorative Nursing...

Protect your facility and residents from adverse events and negative survey outcomes. The Phase 3 SNF §483.95 Training Requirements must be in place by November 28, 2019. As part of the new requirements, nursing facilities will be required to develop, implement, and...

PDPM transition worries? Trust Proactive to guide your team through a step-by-step transition plan. You’ve attended PDPM training, now what? If your team is struggling with implementation of a transition plan from RUG IV to the new payment model, you’re not alone....

5 Star Rating take a hit in April? We can help! Nearly 40% of SNFs experienced a decline in overall star rating due to the changes in the 5 Star Rating calculation put into effect in April. Proactive partners with providers to drive 5 Star improvement through a...